Jim’s Group News
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Why Chris Hutt Chose a Jim’s Electrical Franchise After Relying on Mates for Work
Before joining Jim’s Electrical, Chris Hutt was relying on mates to find subcontracting work and sometimes calling…
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Why Consider a Jim’s Blinds & Shutters Franchise?
Starting a franchise is a big decision, so it helps to hear from someone already running the…
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Jim’s Group CMO Joel Kleber Elected to the Franchise Council of Australia Board
Joel Kleber, Chief Marketing Officer of Jim’s Group, has been elected to the board of directors of…
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How Alyce Hem Grew to Six Jim’s Blinds and Shutters Franchises
Building one franchise is a challenge. Alyce Hem has built a multi-franchise operation with six Jim’s Blinds…
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Jim’s Electrical Franchise: Costs, Leads, Fees and Support
For electricians thinking about running their own business, the big questions usually come down to cost, workflow,…
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From Corporate Executive to Jim’s Pool Care: Same Income, Less Stress
After years in senior corporate roles, Theron Vassiliou found a different way to earn at the same…
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How Chris Pepper Grew a Jim’s Pool Care Business From $100K to $1M+
Chris Pepper has spent 15 years building his Jim’s Pool Care business in North Brisbane, growing from…
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How Much Does a Franchise Cost in Australia? (2026 Guide)
Quick answer: A mobile service franchise in Australia usually costs $5,000 to $50,000 to start. A retail…
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How to Buy a Franchise in Australia: A Step-by-Step Guide 2026
Quick answer: To buy a franchise in Australia, hear from the brand’s franchisees, enquire, speak to the…
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What Happens on a Jim’s Removals Job? Inside a Real Apartment Move
Moving a two-bedroom apartment involves far more than loading furniture into a truck. Jim’s Removals Co-Founder &…
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Small Business Ideas Under $50,000 in Australia: 10 Service Businesses (2026)
Quick answer: The most practical small businesses to start in Australia for under $50,000 are mobile service…
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Is a Franchise Worth It? What Jim’s Franchisees Say (2026)
Quick answer: A franchise is worth it if you want to own a business but would rather…
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What It’s Like Starting a Jim’s Pool Care Franchise After a 20-Year Career
After around 20 years in another industry, Wayne Strange was ready for something different. Ten months into…
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Why Mathew Richardson Calls Jim’s Electrical His “Get Out of Jail Free Card”
Before joining Jim’s Electrical, Mathew Richardson knew exactly how demanding it could be to run a business…
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Can You Run Carpet Cleaning and Car Detailing Together? Josh Explains How He Does Both
Josh started with Jim’s Carpet Cleaning, but when the business was going well, he decided to add…
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Thinking of a Tech Franchise? What It Costs to Join Jim’s IT and What You Get
For people with IT skills who want to build a business, joining an established franchise can offer…
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JIM’S MOWING GETS SUMMER READY WITH BUDGY SMUGGLER
Two iconic Australian brands team up to get you summer ready Two of Australia’s most recognisable brands…
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Inside a Jim’s Pool Care Franchise: Glen Huntly’s Experience After 6 Years
After six years running Jim’s Pool Care Baddo Bay on the Central Coast, Glen Huntly has seen…
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From Finance Director to Business Owner: Why Angela Chose Jim’s Bookkeeping
After more than 25 years working in senior finance roles, Angela Karagiannis wanted to build something of…
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What Is It Like to Join Jim’s Bookkeeping? Leads, Support and Business Advice
Daniel Varone joined Jim’s Bookkeeping because he wanted leads, but the biggest surprise was the support he…
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From Corporate 9–5 to Jim’s Energy: What It’s Really Like Starting a Franchise
Leaving a steady corporate job to start a business raises plenty of questions about training, support, and…
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Inside a Jim’s Bookkeeping Franchise: Louise Lennon’s 3-Year Experience
After years of helping run family businesses, Louise Lennon wanted to build something of her own. Three…
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How Matthew Schwarze Built a Fully Booked Jim’s Cleaning Business in Just 3 Weeks
After 18–20 years working as a chef, Matthew Schwarze decided he needed a change. Within about three…
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After 30 Years in Horse Racing, Wade Cooper Found a New Career with Jim’s Pool Care
After 30 years working in the horse racing industry, Wade Cooper was ready for something different. Seven…